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US Horse Welfare and Rescue Org

Discover Horses, Riding Lessons, Summer Camp, and Meaningful Year-round Programs for All Ages — Right Here in Avon US Horse Welfare &amp; Rescue is a volunteer-run nonprofit horse rescue and sanctuary located in the heart of the Farmington Valley. We provide forever homes for horses in need while offering hands-on programs that build confidence, responsibility, and connection for children, teens, and adults in our community. Whether you're looking for riding lessons, a meaningful youth program, or a fun summer experience for your child, we invite you to come meet the herd. Programs for Avon &amp; Farmington Valley Families: • Horseback Riding Lessons — Year-round lessons for children, teens, and adults in a calm, supportive, low-pressure environment • Summer Camp for Kids — Outdoor fun, friendship, and learning with horses right here in Avon • Teens to the Rescue — A structured volunteer and learning program for teens who love animals and want to gain responsibility and real-life skills Next session begins April 30th, with sessions continuing throughout the year • After-School &amp; Youth Programs — Hands-on horse care, teamwork, and confidence-building activities • Adult Horsemanship Programs — Learn about horses, barn life, and horsemanship at any age — no experience needed • Programs for Seniors &amp; Community Members — Stay active, connected, and engaged through meaningful time with our gentle rescued horses • Volunteer Opportunities — Make a difference while becoming part of a welcoming local community At US Horse Welfare &amp; Rescue, our horses serve as teachers, partners, and companions — helping people of all ages grow, learn, and feel connected. We are proud to be part of the Avon and Farmington Valley community. Come visit, get involved, or enroll in a program today. Learn more at USHorseWelfare.org Follow us on social media or stop by and see what makes us one of the Farmington Valley’s best-kept secrets.

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Every town has businesses woven into the fabric of the community. Companies that not only serve the area, but help define it. Since 1966, Kevin Palmer Painting has proudly held that role. What began as a small family operation has grown into a respected leader in painting, power washing, and roof cleaning. We are recognized for our professionalism, craftsmanship, and genuine care for the homes and businesses we serve. When Kevin Palmer Painting was established in 1966, Kevin built the business on simple and timeless values: treat customers with respect, work hard, and deliver results you'd be proud to put your name on. These principles have guided us for more than 50 years and remain the foundation of everything we do to this day. Although tools and technology have evolved, our dedication to professional service has never wavered. Kevin Palmer Painting offers a range of services to protect, refresh, and maintain homes and businesses. These services include expert interior and exterior painting, experienced power washing, and safe, effective roof cleaning. After more than 50 years in business, we've served families across multiple generations. Our long-standing presence means we understand local styles and the community's unique needs. We don't just work here. We live here too. A lot has changed since 1966, but our commitment to quality and professionalism remains the same. Whether you need just a fresh coat of paint, a deep exterior clean, or a gentle roof wash, Kevin Palmer Painting continues to deliver the service that has made us a trusted name for more than half a century. Professionalism never goes out of style, nor does the pride we take in helping homeowners and business owners improve, protect, and beautify their most important investment. For an estimate or to discuss future interior and exterior painting plans, power washing, or roof cleaning projects, Kevin Palmer Painting can be reached at 860-658-2441 or at kevinpalmerpaintingllc@yahoo.com.

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<a href="http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/hartfordcourant/obituary.aspx?n=irene-blanche-leclerc&amp;pid=157487231" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Irene Blanche (Marcouillier) LeClerc, 83, formerly of Cherry Brook Road in Canton, died Saturday April 28, 2012.</a> <a href="http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/hartfordcourant/obituary.aspx?n=valerie-messenger-val&amp;pid=157477639&amp;fhid=4107" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Valerie "Val" (Koch) Messenger, 72, of North Canton, on Saturday, April 14, 2012 Boston, MA.</a> <a href="http://vincentfuneral.frontrunnerpro.com/runtime/2939/runtime.php?SiteId=2939&amp;NavigatorId=51931&amp;op=tributeObituary&amp;viewOpt=dpaneOnly&amp;ItemId=1211657&amp;LinkId=221" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Douglas Lloyd "Doug" Steen, 21, Canton, passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2012.</a>

<a href="http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/hartfordcourant/obituary.aspx?n=irene-blanche-leclerc&amp;pid=157487231" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Irene Blanche (Marcouillier) LeClerc, 83, formerly of Cherry Brook Road in Canton, died Saturday April 28, 2012.</a>

<a href="http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/hartfordcourant/obituary.aspx?n=valerie-messenger-val&amp;pid=157477639&amp;fhid=4107" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Valerie "Val" (Koch) Messenger, 72, of North Canton, on Saturday, April 14, 2012 Boston, MA.</a> <a href="http://vincentfuneral.frontrunnerpro.com/runtime/2939/runtime.php?SiteId=2939&amp;NavigatorId=51931&amp;op=tributeObituary&amp;viewOpt=dpaneOnly&amp;ItemId=1211657&amp;LinkId=221" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Douglas Lloyd “Doug” Steen, 21, Canton, passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2012.</a>

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The instantly recognizable voice of the legendary Linda Ronstadt was launched in the mid 1960's when her band The Stone Poneys released their mega hit "Different Drum." For the next several decades, she hit the Billboard charts with dozens of incredible songs, including "When Will I Be Loved", "That'll Be the Day", "Heat Wave", "It's So Easy", "Blue Bayou", "Poor Poor Pitiful Me", "You're No Good", "Tumblin' Dice" and many more. Ronstadt Rewind is the Ultimate Linda Ronstadt Tribute Concert. The performance features American Idol Star Katherine Winston, who along with her outstanding band recreate the Ronstadt concert experience like no other in a show that features the legendary singer's great hits and more. Katherine's emotionally charged, power house vocal prowess has captivated audiences nationwide and her incredible performance in Ronstadt Rewind is nothing short of amazing. Prepare for an unforgettable tribute to the iconic Linda Ronstadt with Ronstadt Rewind.

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Jay Heritage Center

Nothing says spring better than our popular Classic Design Luncheon and Lecture! We’re honored to feature Genevieve Wheeler-Brown, the author of&nbsp;<a href="https://beyondblueandwhite.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">“Beyond Blue and White.”</a>
Wheeler-Brown’s book explores the history of Delftware ceramics, focusing on the often-overlooked roles of women as makers, patrons, and collectors, from 17th-century factory owners like&nbsp;Barbara Rotteveel&nbsp;to Gilded Age collectors like&nbsp;Mrs. J. Pierpont Morgan. A must for devotees of decorative arts and the history of material culture. 
Location: The award-winning Jay Estate Gardens designed by Nelson Byrd Woltz. Co-Chairs, Tracy Edwards, Liz Garrett, Emmy Lambert, Lindsay Bello Martin and Suzanne Clary.
Guests will enjoy botanical cocktails and a tour of the blue and white blooms of our gardens at 11:30am followed by lunch and lecture at 12 Noon. Booksigning at 1:30pm. Catering provided by Scarborough Fair Catering.
Spring garden attire and hats encouraged! 
Tickets start at $150. Tables of 10 start at $1500
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All proceeds will benefit JHC's family and adult horticulture programs.
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GENEVIEVE WHEELER BROWN
Founding Genevieve Wheeler Decorative Art Advisory in 2003, Genevieve comes to the advisory business with more than 12 years of experience in the auction world, strong generalist knowledge and a wide range of contacts in American, European and Asian decorative and fine arts.
Genevieve began her career with Christie’s in 1992 with the European Decorative Arts Department after working as an intern at The Phillips Collection, Washington D.C. in 1990. She was then asked to run Overseas Consignments at Christie’s Park Avenue, a department that handled inquiries for European based auctions including Indian and Southeast Asian art, Islamic Art, Miniatures, Textiles and Cameras. In 1995 Genevieve became the New York contact for sales of Fabergé and Russian Silver at Christie’s Park Avenue and most recently was as a specialist in Fine Musical Instruments at Christie’s Rockefeller Center from 1998 to 2003.
While at Christie’s, she was involved with important sales such as ‘The Pine Cone Egg’ by Carl Fabergé and ‘The Taft’ Stradivari which fetched the auction record for an instrument sold in the United States. She has also been an appraiser on the PBS production ‘The Antiques Roadshow’.
A supporter of several fine and decorative art related institutions, Genevieve has served on the Board of the National Society of Colonial Dames in the State of New York, served as a member of the Young Fellows Steering Committee of the Frick Collection from 1995 to 2005 and co-Chaired the Winter Antiques Show Young Collector’s Night, New York in 2004, 2005, and 2006.
Genevieve currently advises several organizations including <a href="https://www.dumbartonhouse.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Dumbarton House</a>, a Federal period house museum in Georgetown, as a board member as well as for <a href="https://www.thewintershow.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Winter Show</a> as a vice-chair of Opening Night and as co-founder of The Winter Show Luncheon.About The Jay Heritage Center
The nonprofit Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and revitalizing a place that has meaning for all Americans: The Jay Estate. The property is the centerpiece of the Boston Post Road Historic District, Westchester County's only National Historic Landmark District,&nbsp;an irreplaceable cultural and natural resource.&nbsp;
Through lectures, workshops, volunteer opportunities, school programs, and concerts, JHC offers timely lessons in history, environmental conservation, architecture, and social justice, while tracing the evolution of democracy in the United States. It hopes to inspire the future historians, civic advocates, and stewards of our fragile cultural and natural resources.&nbsp;
Just as the architects of our nation’s government pursued self-improvement through dialogue about our nation’s most relevant topics, JHC promotes learning through programs led by prominent experts, Pulitzer Prize-winning authors, and academics in a variety of disciplines from sustainability to legal history.
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